Maha Al Sagheer: I said no to Ahmed Zaki and social media is yellow newspapers

In a candid media appearance, journalist Maha Al-Sagheer spoke about the recent uproar surrounding her name on social media, likening the issue to the "yellow tabloids" of the past, which exaggerated and distorted the facts. Get the latest celebrity ads directly on the Special app, where we show you everything new from international stars.

During her interview with media personality Mona El-Shazly on the program "With Mona El-Shazly" on ON TV, Maha explained: "I feel that social media is like the old yellow newspapers... it has become more destructive than beneficial."

Technological development and digital toxicity

Maha Al Sagheer addressed the negative effects of technological advancements, emphasizing that she feels the toxicity in the digital space increases as tools and platforms evolve. She added that her method of dealing with criticism and negative comments is to completely ignore them.

She stressed: "I have decided to stop looking at or dealing with anything negative. My next plan is to focus on my work and my art exhibition."

New Art Plans: Painting Exhibition Coming Soon

The media personality revealed her intention to focus on her career in the coming period, noting that she is preparing to hold an art exhibition of her paintings as part of her future projects, which she seeks to achieve away from the noise of social media.

Acting offers from major directors

A film with Youssef Chahine... a dream that never came true

In another part of the interview, Maha El Sagheer revealed that she received an acting offer from world-renowned director Youssef Chahine, describing the experience as a dream for her, but she turned it down because she was busy studying at the time.

"Laugh, the picture will come out nice": An opportunity that was lost by her own will

She also received another offer from the late director Wahid Hamed to star in the film "Laugh, the Picture Will Turn Out Nice", playing the daughter of actor Ahmed Zaki. Her nomination was based on a recommendation from actress Laila Elwi, a friend of her late father, Mohamed El Sagheer.

Regarding her refusal, she said: “I didn’t have any acting experience, and I don’t feel I have any acting talent. If I had acted, it would have been a tragedy.” Enjoy interesting and useful content with an exclusive podcast that provides you with everything you need to know in just a few minutes via the Special app.

Family disputes over filming

Maha Al Sagheer concluded her talk by pointing out that her media work, especially during the filming of "It's Show Time," sometimes caused family disputes due to her late arrival to filming, a situation many working mothers experience.